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William Bentley Obituary
1941 ~ 2014
William Warren Bentley passed away peacefully on November 16, 2014 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his family and loved ones. He was born on February 18, 1941 in Denver, Colorado to Richard Sullivan Bentley and Noma Cox Bentley. Bill graduated in 1959 from Lewiston High School in Lewiston, Idaho. He served in the West Spanish American Mission (California/Arizona) for the LDS church. In 1966 he graduated from BYU with a Bachelors degree in Business Management. Bill retired from the Welfare Services Division of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints after 27 years of service. He enjoyed traveling with his family, golfing, family history work and serving in the Jordan River Temple.
He married his high school sweetheart, Joan Naser, on June 21, 1963 in the St. George, Utah Temple. They enjoyed 51 years together. He is survived by: Joan (spouse), 5 children; Kristina (Robert) Dehlin, Gregory (Lindsey), Julianne, Jennilynn (James) Hawkins, Scott (Kristy) and 15 grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Darylene (Kenneth) Nickel and brothers; Rick (Adele), Rene (Ellen), Jerre (Jean) and Brandon. He was preceded in death by his parents.
The Bentley Family would like to thank the staff and caregivers at Intermountain Medical Center for their kindness and excellent care.
A viewing will be held on Thursday, November 20, 2014 from 6:00-8:00 pm. Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 21, 2014 at 11:00 am with a viewing from 10:00-10:45 am prior to the service. All services will be held at the LDS Church located on 10400 S. 2450 W., South Jordan, UT. Interment at Herriman City Cemetery. Online condolences may be shared at www.jenkins-soffe.com.
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Garry Flake
November 25, 2014
I was blessed to work with Bill for many years in Welfare Services. He was a special friend. I will always remember how his positive attitude always remained constant. What a great man! Love and sympathy to each of his family.
November 25, 2014
I am a safer person in all aspects of my life because of Bill. What a great man! Thanks for sharing him with the DI for so many years.
Jenae butler
Mike Taylor
November 21, 2014
Joan,
My condolences to you and your family. I love and respect Bill. I worked closely with Bill when he worked as the Safety Manager for Welfare Services. His unmatched enthusiasm contributed to continual improvement for the safety of the workers he served so faithfully.
Best regards,
Mike Taylor
Chief Safety, Health, and Environmental Officer
LDS Church, Risk Management Division
November 20, 2014
Over the years I had many opportunities to work with Bill in the Welfare Department. He was so driven in all that he did- he always gave it his all. I will always remember my friend Bill.
Dean Walker
November 20, 2014
Dear Joan & family,
Dale and I were so saddened to hear of Bill's passing. We still reminisce about your visit to Tucson. He was a true gentleman, funny, compassionate, and all around "good guy". He will be missed. You two made a great team.
Love and prayers,
Cousin Jim & Dale
Tucson, AZ
Jim Hill
November 20, 2014
Bill was a great man, with a great heart. I was privileged to work with him for several years. I've never known a man to be more passionate about all things "safety". My thanks to his family for sharing him with us all those years.
November 20, 2014
I met Bill years ago in the years prior to his retirement. I didn't work closely with Bill, but I knew he was amazing for his constant smile, enthusiasm and goodness. I'm sorry to hear of his passing. He was exceptional in every way that I knew him. Tim Sloan
Dean & Debbie Carver
November 19, 2014
Bill truly was a gentle man, always cheerful and friendly. We will miss him. Our best to you, Joan, and kids.
November 19, 2014
Joan, I'm so sorry that cancer finally took Bill. I hope you find the peace and comfort you deserve. I loved getting to know you through June and Jay. I love you.
Anne Halladay Latimer
Cathy Richards Purdie
November 19, 2014
To the Bentley family, I worked with Bill in the Welfare Department. He was such a friendly person and so enthusiastic about his work. I've never seen anyone so excited about safety. He taught me a lot. I was impressed. He always asked how I was doing and what was going on in my life. The last time I saw him was a few years ago when he was serving in the Jordan River Temple. He stopped and talked with me for quite a while. I always liked Bill. Always upbeat and so positive. Glad I knew him. May your family find peace in the Gospel.
November 19, 2014
Jenny - I was so sad to hear about your dad's passing. I always got a kick out him back in the day. My thoughts and prayers are with your whole family. He's a great man and I'm so sorry for your loss.
Sheryl (Malmstrom) Rozema
Randy Cooper
November 19, 2014
I worked with Bill while he was involved in Safety for the Church and had many wonderful experiences with him. A fine man. Sorry to hear of his passing. Regards to family at this time.
November 19, 2014
Dear Joan and family,
We have such fond memories of Bro. Bill as our home teacher Our love and caring go out to you at this Time. Ross and Marilyn Filerup
Tommy & Tracy Gould
November 19, 2014
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Bill was a kind hearted man and very spiritual. It was fun to spend time with Bill, Scott and Bob in St.George golfing, thank you for treating me like part of the family. Your family will be in our heart and in our prayers at this time. Much love, Tommy & Tracy Gould
November 19, 2014
What a great loss to our Cox family. Our condolences go out to you, Joan, and your family. We are so appreciative of all that Bill and you did for our Family History. The Cox Cousin Luncheon was the Frosting on the Cake for all of us as so many of the cousins there got to know Bill better and realized how much the two of you gave us in knowing our Ancestors. He truly has earned a great place in the Celestial Kingdom and he will be waiting patiently for you, Joan. All our love, The Walt & Irene Brooks Family.
November 19, 2014
I was privileged to know Bill through work. He was a wonderful person who had enthusiasm for the safety and well-being of those with whom he worked. He will be missed. Debie Reid
November 19, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss! We thought so much of your dad/husband! We love your family and wish you all the best through this hard time! Thinking of all of you! Jesse and liz baer
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